Sodium Benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid and convert into it during its dissolution with water. It can be produced with the reaction of sodium hydroxide with benzoic acid. It is more commonly used as a food preservative. People suffering from asthma or have recurrent urticaria should avoid using sodium benzoate as it can cause allergic reactions to them.
SYNONYMS of Sodium Benzoate : E211, Benzoate of Soda
PROPERTIES of Sodium Benzoate :
- Sodium Benzoate is white granule or crystalline powder.
- Sodium Benzoate is odorless.
- Sodium Benzoate is soluble in water.
- Sodium Benzoate is used as a food preservative.
- Sodium Benzoate is found in alcohol-based mouthwash and silver polish.
- It is used in fireworks as a fuel in whistle mix.
- Sodium Benzoate is used as an intermediate during the manufacturing of dyes.
- It can also be found in the tobacco and pharmaceutical preparations.
- It is used as a corrosion inhibitor in engine coolant systems.
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